Ambulatory Care Manager

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Full-time

**Salary**: Salary not specified

**Grade**:As per award

**Occupation**:Community services

**Location**:Loddon Mallee - Mount Alexander

**Reference**:VG/1871783

Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.
Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.
Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.
We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.
Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
**Position Title**:Ambulatory Care Manager**

**Classification**:Dependent on Qualifications & Experience**

**Salary per hour**:Dependent on Qualifications & Experience**

**Employment Type**:Fixed Term Contract full-time from 8th September 2025 until 10th February 2026

**Award**:Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

**Role description**
- Dhelkaya Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to join our Senior Leadership team as the Ambulatory Care Manager to support leave backfill for a fixed term period. This key leadership role sits within the Continuing Care Directorate and is responsible for the strategic and operational management of a range of multidisciplinary services that support patients transitioning from hospital to outpatient and home-based care.
- As Ambulatory Care Manager, you will lead the delivery of our outpatient rehabilitation programs, specialist clinics, and community-based exercise and wellbeing services. These programs are designed to restore function, promote independence, and support self-management of sub-acute and chronic conditions.
- This role plays a vital part in ensuring the provision of safe, evidence-based, person-centred care that is accessible onsite, in the community, and through home outreach. You'll work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to coordinate care, optimise resources, and ensure a seamless patient journey.
- We are looking for a leader with a strong background in health service delivery and a passion for value-based care. You will be committed to achieving excellent health outcomes, enhancing the consumer experience, and supporting a positive and engaged workforce.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead and manage multidisciplinary ambulatory care services
- Ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient delivery of rehabilitation and restorative programs
- Promote evidence-informed practice and patient-centred care
- Oversee services across multiple settings: hospital outpatient, community, and in-home
- Collaborate across programs and with external partners to ensure integrated care delivery
- Drive continuous improvement in service delivery, outcomes, and staff experience

**About you**
- Tertiary Qualifications in a relevant health or community services discipline with the relevant registrations including current AHPRA registration
- Minimum of 10 years' experience working professionally in a relevant clinical area
- Current valid drivers' licence

**Culture and Benefits**
- Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
- Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.
- From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

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